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What is another name for "scarlet fever"?
Scarlatina
Who has a higher risk of developing scarlet fever comparing to other groups?
Children aged 10 -15
Which bacteria causes scarlet fever?
Streptococcus pyogenes
What are the first symptoms of scarlet fever?
red, sore throat, white or yellowish patches and a fever of 38.3 Celcius and higher
A rash appears ______ after the first symptoms.
12 to 48 hours
Does the red rash usually appears on a patients face?
No
If a glass is pressed on the skin, the rash will turn ...
white
What is another name for measles?
rubeola
Deficiancy of which vitamin may cause measles?
Vitamin A
The WHO reports that most of the victims of measles are...
Children under age of 5.
Can you get measles more than once?
No
What can prevent a measles outbreak?
Immunization
What medication should be prescribed to treat measles?
There is no prescription medication to treat measles.
